A group of trustees led by Tom Mukite launched an Indiegogo campaign in April to revamp the library, funding the purchase of new books, technology and a statue of the Marvel Comics character to demonstrate its dedication to popular culture.

Although the funding drive fell short of its $30,000 goal, bringing in just over $4,000, California businessman Steve Williams donated a statue of the Hulk that he has owned since the release of 2008′s The Incredible Hulk.

The statue had served as his company mascot but violated city codes and the terms and conditions dictated by a landlord, according to the Franklin Park Herald-Journal.

Despite failing to secure the funds to bring in new books and equipment, the new Hulk statue has garnered media attention and sparked a surge in library card renewals.